Do MNCs have more influence than National Governments

The essay will look at:

The role that governments have in development of MNCs. It will use the case of Japan as an example. There are various big Multi-Nationals that have come from Japan. What is the role of the Japanese government in developing these MNCs. What were the enablers?
The effect the MNCs activities in host countries is also explored; particularly what power an MNC can have on a local government. Does this refer to policy decisions on resource allocation, minimum wage, infrastructural development or what?
What form of influence do MNCs have on governments?
-Corruption and bribery of public officials
-Lobbying
-Tax breaks (e.g. Google in the United Kingdom)

How can governments dilute the influence of MNCs on their national economies? Give examples.

Conclude with a statement that either agrees or disagrees with the initial statement. Do MNCs really have more influence???